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KolaShangOne:There’s a local stockist here. It’s just that you get them by luck. |
KolaShangOne:Ok. I actually used pressure treated ground contact lumber from Yellawood for the project. They’re 13ft + long |
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michlins:People make snap judgment based on first impression. This explains the reason why visual appeal will always beat usability. Unfortunately this has little or nothing to do with cost but the creative ingenuity and ability of the product owner to differentiate his product from the competition |
AlphamaleTech1:Now I understand the system better. The reason why there wasn’t a second pit in the system I saw is because the water was used for irrigation/gardening purpose. Thanks for sharing. |
sonnie10:This is pure cast. Water don’t get into the digester. The wastewater in the system is used for irrigation purpose. I wish I can get the full video of how this runs but watch the video I shared earlier.
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sonnie10:This is the reason why I requested the system I shared above be opened for me to see what was in the concrete box. There was polyurethane filter and some other stuffs. The solution was a proprietary design of the company so there’s limit to what I can share. |
AlphamaleTech1:Yes. My job is to make the exterior more appealing. The internal component/solution remains the same. |
sonnie10:I’m enjoying this intellectual engagement. |
sonnie10:I’ve actually seen the system before and know how it works. I fell in love with it at first sight but when I was ready to explore I could not find anyone to work with. Maybe this is the opportunity I’ve been waiting for since 2015 when I got introduced to the system. A concrete box would work magic. The brick and mortar version is just a cheap man edition. ________ If I’m to do this, I’d get creative with the cover like what I’m currently working on in one of my ongoing project. We are using wooden slab to cover our underground pool equipment (pic below)
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AlphamaleTech1:If you need assistance, I can work with you on designing/achieving a more sturdier system. I have some templates on ground for this already. You’re in a niche business. Improve your craft and become an authority in your trade. I hope I’ve been able to add value to you. ![]() _______ You die the day you stop learning and trying to improve yourself. No one is born pro!
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AlphamaleTech1:I can see you’re trying to improve your craft. Instead of using cement/mortar, kindly consider using polyurethane foam sealant in your next project. You’ll achieve a cleaner and better outward finish with it. You might also want to consider an interlocking design for your tank. Well done. |
Damilaresimon25:That’s why I share the pic below. That was a very clean installation.
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Jeff68:Follow your heart. Show him where corrections are needed and how he can make things better. Assist him if necessary. Everyone can rant and complain, only few with heart of gold can make a difference in the life of others. Wishing you all the best. |
kopell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Fk4c3oVAu4 This is the best I’ve seen so far on Biodigester. Unfortunately, I don’t know how to reach those guys again. Their solution is precast and not all the block, brick and cement solutions we see are around.
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KolaShangOne:I got 8,000 yesterday at Orile but I need to visit to confirm it’s what I want or chose something else. |
MRFIXER001: KelvinCoaster:Thanks. I’ve made 3 or more people from here tow the same path. Chateau in Ilè Oluji 2013| We did electrification (6 poles ), 5.4m box culvert and earthwork of 1km community road Oluyole Grandeur 2019 | We did rural electrification (10 poles, solar streetlights), 6m box culvert and earthwork of 1km community road. I believe people are what makes cities great. Better societies are built from the heart and not from our complaints. |
FEGEITOK:My trade secret ![]() You can get practically anything you want on google |
FEGEITOK:I always use creosote coal tar for my wood treatment especially when I’m using woods that are not meant for ground contact. |
The best things in life don’t come easy, but those things are the ones worth the sacrifice Let me share a bit of my Chateau Story for the fresh starters. The truth is success is not easy. Hardwork, dedication and resilience are some of the key ingredients to achieving success. When I picked the land to build, I told the agent what I wanted and he gave it to me. I wanted a land in a very peaceful community that I can shape into something I wanted. Few days into construction, a strong politician came and claimed my plot is in the middle of the road leading to his house which is third house to mine. The next plot to mine belongs to a retired army Colonel. I decided to approach the agent to talk to Colonel to see if I can buy the plot to create a new access road into the plot to serve me and my neighbour. We eventually reach a compromise and I had to buy the 5th plot for the colonel which is quite larger than the plot taken from him. I went ahead to approach a friend who had over 1 acre of land on the proposed new road to give some setback to allow us create a new road. He eventually gave out ones and half plot to create the road. I gave out half plot. To ensure no one build on the proposed new road because I’m the first person in the community, I decided to grade a 2km road, install 7 electricity poles including wires; setup boundary lines and worked with landowners to properly delineate the plots on the street so that no one build past the boundary. About this same time last year, we recently dredged a 2km stream for flood control and to aid free flow of water. In January 2021, I facilitated the procurement and installation of a 500kva transformer from my positive connections on installment and we got it commissioned late September. All these were done to achieve a beautiful home of my dream. I could start by complaining the seller is a fraud. He sold me a land without a road. I’ll show him the stuffs I’m made off because I’m not stupid. I decided to have fun with the experiences. I’m sure it’s an experience many homeowners can’t share ![]() You can either make a difference or make noise/excuse. You can’t make both. ________ The Positives >>> It earned me more respect in the community of over a thousand residence. >>> I got additional 4 acres of land that’s only accessible from my plot during the land reclamation for cheap. >>> We were able to build a better community where people don’t just wait anymore to do what’s right and just. Last year a young guy that I’ve never met spent over N7m on fixing the over 5km community road. He said “I’ve heard a lot about you” and even gave my street the utmost priority during the road repair work ![]() ________ In life, reaching our goals is not going to be easy but it’s definitely worth it This is my chateau story. |
sonnie10:The bolded part is so true. People will be laughing at you while scheming your downfall. I was the one who felt visiting the market to pick some tiles is a big no for me. I’m still the same person who sent someone to go to the market to check what’s available and how to wrap up the deal even though I didn’t feel too good that the seller insisted I should send someone. I had to put myself in the shoes of the seller and meet him halfway with solution instead of sticking to my guns claiming customer is always right. There are times we need to bend the rules just to achieve our lifelong dreams. _________ I’m about to break a new ground and we’ve been working hard on the preliminaries and how to clear off rubbles off the site. The client approached me and asked us to give the rubbles out for free and even offer to pay stipend to those who come to pack it. That’s how things should run and not to start claiming “Didn’t you see the rubbles before you took the job?” These are one of the major reasons projects hit the brick when we’re unwilling to make few compromises and bend the curve. If you have a right and claim it too much, it’d eventually cost you a lot more. If you’re having the right of way and you see an oncoming vehicle speeding in your direction, making a shift/stop to allow the incoming vehicle pass doesn’t make you stupid but you did what you did in order to prevent irreplaceable loss __________ rmx:I wasn’t surprised to read this from you that you went back to them despite all the odds stacked against them because that’s what successful people do. They bend over backwards when progressive decisions are to be made. Shockingly sir, despite buying goods running into several millions from those guys they don’t even know me as a person. Neither can I identify any of the guys I’ve been dealing with over the years. I deal with them because I love their business strategy and I’m happy to recommend them to my positive connections. |
rmx:I know that truck. I love those guys and their business strategy. They’re good example of how a very good family business should run. Thanks for all you do sir. More wins |
FEGEITOK:Cool! Thanks for sharing bro. |
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FEGEITOK:I’m not sure of bamboo panels but if I’m going to do this, I’ll work with those making rattan/cane furnitures and build mine from scratch. Those guys have better understanding of how the bamboos are preserved. I used to know a guy in ibadan who does fantastic cane furniture opposite High Court on Ring Road / Liberty road. Don’t mind my description ![]() I know he can achieve this effortlessly. https://www.nairaland.com/3033568/nice-cane-furniture-set
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FEGEITOK:Bamboo Panels. Cool Stuff. Thanks for sharing.
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Ilé Ode 2 by NextHome
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FEGEITOK:First pics looks like a mural. |
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kopell:That’s age long strategy of “Come inside shop. I go give you better price.” The truth is I don't have the time to waste on negotiations. I’ve shared what I wanted and my offer. What else am I coming to do inside shop/WhatsApp? I hardly have time for back and forths. That’s why POD works well for me all the time. The only thing that’ll take me to the market is if I am picking custom items/materials or when there’s need to explore and make decision on alternative offerings. 99% of time, the clear intention is to convince/confuse unsuspecting buyer to pick a cheaper alternative/lesser grade/quality. As it is at moment, I’ve not gotten anyone to fulfill my request for South African brick tiles. I’m about to talk to Phomi modified clay and ecobricks supplier in Lagos.
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